Civil Service Commission Named For Province Review
The Provincial government has appointed J A Mara W Samp son and Moses B Cots worth to investigate civil service conditions. The commission, based in Nelson, will visit offices from the coast to the Boundary country and grade workers under a civil service act. A permanent commission will follow with merit based advancement and regular salary increases. Younger workers will be encouraged to enter with attractive pay and year by year increases. The commission will assess each employee and determine current grades and salaries, with a lump sum this year to distribute as needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boundary Creek
Greenwood
J. A. Mara
W. Sampson
Victoria
Moses B. Cotsworth
Nelson
Kooterays
Boya
Diamond's Body Found After Month in Water
The body of Chas. Diamond was found Sun afternoon after a month afloat. It drifted about three-quarters of a mile from the drowning site near MacBeth place at the narrows mouth. Coroner Beatty notified. funeral held at Queen's avenue with Rev. T. S. Payton officiating. mine flag at half mast. Brothers J. R. Diamond and D. W. Diamond notified but body unsuited for timely travel due to condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mogie
Chas. Diamond
Robert Campbell
Miss Roberts
K. F. Oxley
Beatty
Queen’s Avenue
T.S. Payton
Presbyterian Church
St. Eugene
J. R. Diamond
Cashmere, Wash
D. W. Diamond
Denver
Col
Moyie Grabs One In Bonners Ferry Tilt
Moyie and Bonners Ferry split two games with Bonners Ferry winning 8 to 4 and Moyie taking the day game 4 to 2. The second contest ended in the fourth inning due to rain. Umpire Chas Massinger officiated both games. Team members listed include Grady, Crisler, Kamm, Seaton, Kelly, Ward, McIntyre and Battell, with accompanying supporters named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moyie
Bonners Ferry
Chas
Massinger
Grady
Crisler
Kamm
Seaton
Kelly
Ward
McIntyre
Battell
Phoenix License Board Closes Eight Hotels in Half Year
Rigor over moral wave continues as Phoenix license commissioners renewals for the current half year. Eight hotels including Norden Mint Cottage Bellevue Summit Stemnwinder Golden Central pass out of existence Friday while Brooklyn Kings Dominion Central Alexander Butte Knob Hill continue after the 15th with the discontinuation taking effect on the 16th. No compensation offered for losses to proprietors or disposal of stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phoenix
Phoenix Alice
Wolinwax
Poltos and License Commissiontra
Koenix
Brooklyn
King's
Dominion
Central
Alexander
Butte
Knob Hill
Norden
Mint
Cottage
Bellevue Summit
Stock Quotations From Cranbrook Market Note
Stock quotations furnished by Beale and Elwell Cranbrook B C show Westerm Ol ord L170 9.80 with mixed figures. The fragment indicates a foreign or commodity quote, but the exact instrument and full context are unclear from the OCR snippet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beale & Elwell
Cranbrook
B. C
Marriage of William D Laidlaw and Margaret Ballantyne
The St Marys Journal reports a quiet wedding at Park Street home of Robt Ballantyne with Margaret Ballantyne marrying William D Laidlaw a Cranbrook merchant and former St Marys resident. Ceremony by Rev D N Morden. They depart for Owen Sound then Banff and Arrowhead lakes before settling in Cranbrook British Columbia. Local congratulations pour in from St Marys and Cranbrook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Marys
William D. Laidlaw
Margaret Ballantyne
Robt. Ballantyne
Park Street
Margaret
William Dd, Laidlaw
Cranbrook
B.C
D. N. Morden
Harold White
Mendelssohn
Trene Ballant
Laidlaw
Fink Mercantile Company
Baker Hill
Cranbrook trustees plan YMCA building and winter program
The Cranbrook trustees met on Tuesday and voted to pay off a small balance related to the institution. They discussed establishing a fully equipped Railway Y M C A building in Cranbrook to serve the city’s youth with healthy recreation. A committee was appointed to arrange the coming winter season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y.M.C.A
Cranbrook
Boys Brigade Camp Preparation
Boys Brigade members urged to send names to Captain Main Sub-Captain Hughes or Sergeant Wilson with fifty cent fee by Wednesday July 21. Camp departs Monday July 26 at 2 pm from the gymnasium and returns Friday July 30. Location about two miles from town. Full details to appear in next week’s paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main
Hughes
Wilson
Mornday
Notice to Debtors of B C Laundry Fire Loss
Notice to debtors stating destruction of the B. C. laundry by fire and that all accounts are in the hands of Harvey McCarter and Macdonald for collection. Indebted parties are urged to pay immediately at the undersigned offices. Dated July 14, 1909.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. C
Harvey, McCarter & Macdonald
Real Estate Transfers Through Healy and Elwell Office
Real estate transfers listed show multiple parcels moved this year including four acre irrigated lots to Beatty, three acre parcels to Manners, numerous residences on Van Horne and Burwell avenues, and large tracts at St Marys Prairie under Hodges to Palmer and Howe to Lund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Healy & Elwell
Beatty
Manners
Arm- Rupt Avenue
Maconall
van Horne Street
Reid
Burwell
Agnew
Macdonald
Sash and
Rogers
Murry
van Decar
Fustay
Clarke Avenue
Tresidence
Burwell Avenue
Keay
Abreu
DeGrace
Bennett
Hanson Avenue
Shoop
Moneley
Garden Avenue
Caslake
Acton
Watt Avenue
Roberts
Henson Avenue
McLean
Lund
St. Marys Prairie
Hodges
Palmer
Howe
Landslide Threatens Ottawa Shoreline Cottages
A landslide on the 13th at Gaterian Point along the Ottawa endangers the riverbank. A nearby hotel and several summer cottages are now within a few feet of the water, with further shore structures at risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaterian Point
Ottawa
A a without the MOET ot oe nesting
A fragmentary OCR line offers few readable facts about MOET nesting and related wording. The item resembles a garbled caption or note with missing context, hindering clear interpretation of people places or events.
Main Street Improvement Praised By City Alderman
Alderman Ryan spearheads grading and rolling of Main Street to create a boulevard from the CPR station to the government building. Half completed with progress on the rest, the work aims to boost home pride and present the town as more than a village to visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alderman Ryan
C.P.R
Ryan
The War Against Waste A Warning From History
From Cape Breton to Virginia early settlers enjoyed vast natural abundance but modern consumption has degraded forests streams and soil. Iron coal and oil reserves shrink, while fields become sterile. The piece contends we must learn thrift and harness nature to restore essential opulence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape Breton
Virginia
America
Canary
First continental move in world conservation effort
A Washington February conference by the United States, Canada, and Mexico aims to create a world-wide system of conservation. The talks emphasize joint handling of resources that cross borders, especially timber and water, touching daily life and sustenance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Canada
Mexico
Ami
The Rate of Destruction Across North America
The piece warns that the United States faces imminent distress from improvidence and corporate rapacity in water and forestry use. It notes Canada, with less population, is not immune and that vast timberlands have been stripped in recent decades. It argues timber loss must be checked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
Reforestation Efforts Linked to River Management
The piece describes how disturbances to natural water balance on the Mississippi and Ohio altered river flows and harmed leasing patterns for timber. It notes U S dams are used to restore conditions and highlights slow progress in reforestation and afforestation as remedy. Canada’s Maritime Provinces offer further examples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississippi
Ohio
United States
Akill
Maritime Provinces
Canada
W. C. H. Grimmer
New
Timber limits and world wood reserves cited at Canadian Forestry meeting
At the Canadian Forestry association annual meeting in Toronto, Mr. Grimmer noted that New Brunswick timber limits, once $8.00 per mile in 1898, rose to $200 per mile in 1008. Britain’s Royal Commission on Coast Erosion warned that global timber supplies are depleting, attributing it to reckless exploitation in the United States, Canada and Northern Europe, with no substitute for wood yet found while demand grows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
Europe
Western Canada Forests Seen as Wealth Source and Reform
Western Canada holds vast forested expanse with reserves expanding in Alberta Saskatchewan and Manitoba while eastern provinces aim to repair and expand their own forestry efforts. Officials led by Earl Grey push coordinated action with forestry groups urging sustainable development and afforestation to unlock future wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Ontario
Rockies
Hudson's Bay
Arctic
Dominion Forest
North Western Provinces
Watertown Lake
Alberta
Spruce Woods
Manitoba
Pines Reserve
Saskatchewan
Beaver Hills
Cypress Hills
Water and forests for New York supply
A commentary argues water depends on forests and urges protection of Catskill woods to safeguard New York’s water supply. It warns that without trees, the $150,000 invested in water works would be wasted and life in the region could suffer. The author calls for national and international cooperation to conserve forests and waters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Catskill Mountains
McGee
Dominion Inland Waterways Commission
Tatus
A GOOD CAUSE ANTI TB SOCIETY MEETING AT VICTORIA
The British Columbia Anti Tuberculosis Society reports the Tranquille sanitarium nearly finished and plans to furnish it. The secretary invites branch societies to advise on furniture needs and sends delegates to meet July 6 at 4 p.m. in the Provincial Board of Health room, Victoria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tranquille
Victoria
Provincial Board of Health
Furnishing Plans Proposed for Suffering Patients Rooms
A committee proposes furnishing kitchens, dining room, recreation room, patient bedrooms and attendants quarters at a total cost of 12 200.00 and asks branches, societies or individuals to accept these figures. Furnishings designations may honor donors or memorialize friends and the committee seeks early views and appointments.
Strike in Crows Nest Pass is revived
Lethbridge Alta July. Trouble between miners and coal operators continues over pillar work differentials at Hillcrest. An arbitration by Rev H R Grant upheld the company more, but the No 18 district board at Frank refused to accept the award. The dispute risks nullifying the recently signed agreement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lethbridge
Alta
Hillcrest
H. R. Grant
Fernie
Conviliation Board
District Board of No. 18
Frank
Grant
Upcoming fairs and events listed for fall season
Spokane Interstate fair runs September 20 to 25, Aeruainater fair October 12 to DUN, Nelson fair September 22 to 2th, Cranbrook Agricultural Society fair September 14 and 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
Aeruainater Fair
Dun
Nelson
Cranbrook Agricultural Society
Movie vs Cranbrook Junior Game Ends In Smooth Defeat
A junior baseball match on the lower grounds last evening between Movie and Cranbrook drew a large crowd. The game was clean and skilful with standout plays from both sides, though Cranbrook prevailed in nine innings. Moyie boys behaved as gentlemen in defeat. A return match is set for Moyle on the 28th of the month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Movie
Cranbrook
Loys
Moyie Boys
H. Bathie
A. Brown
C. McCowan
Moyle
Chance for BC boys to study at eastern agricultural colleges
George Hi Ashworth of Cranbrook Ferrie Farmers Institute received a Victoria department of agriculture notice offering BC students up to 60 dollars per term to attend the universities at Guelph Ontario or St. Anne de Bellevue Quebec. Participants should contact the department and college president to arrange admission and funding terms. An unrelated closing note urges prudent Christmas shopping and a reflection on self-perception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hi. Ashworth
Cranbrook-Ferrie Farmers’ Institute
Department of Agriculture of
Victoria
Department of Agriculture
British Columbia
Guelph
Ont
St. Ante de Bellevue
Que
Cole
Provincial Agricultural College
Pat Burns Lucky Dividends From Orient Mine
Dividends paid by the First Thought mine near Orient Washington totaled 500000 for the year ended June 30 with 400000 the prior year. The mine, largely owned by Pat Burns of Calgary, produced about 1500000 in four years. June shipments reached 7000 tons at about 431 per ton, with restricted access and no public sale of shares.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orient
Wash
Ivy
Pat Burns
Calgary
Trail
Bb. C
Prominent Visitors Recall Early Civic Figures
The piece reflects on J. A. Mara and other historic figures tied to the Civil Service commission and regional politics. It notes Mara served as M.L.A. 1871–1886 and later sat in the Dominion Parliament, with peers like Robert L. v t. Galbraith and Wasa’s Fort Steele connections. A trip by Hyde Baker and colleagues is also mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Mara
Civil Service
Ralu
Kootenays
rife-Kootenay
M.L.A
Adam
Wild Tor
Perry Creek
Big Bend
Mara
Dominion
Robert L. Vt. Galbraith
Fort Steele
Cranbrook
Mr. Mara
W. Sampson
M. B. Cotsworth
Civil Service Commission
N. Hyde Baker
Wasa
Imperial Bank Building Tenders Called In City
Tenders have been called for the new Imperial Bank building on Main Street promising a substantial new structure this season. The bank, opened here, has conducted a thriving business and the managers’ confidence spurs the expenditure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jew Imperial Bank
Imperial Bank
REBEKAH INSTALLS OFFICERS
Maple Leaf Rebekah lodge installed its officers for the coming term after a enjoyable session last evening. Mrs H Y Parker reported on Vancouver Grand Lodge Assembly activities. Officers installed included Past Grand Mrs Kate Phelps Simpson and Noble Grand Miss Lillian Tannhauser with a reception and dance to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maple Leaf Rebekah Lodge
H. Y. Parker
Grand Lodge
Vancouver
Kate Phelps Simpson
Lillian Tannhauser
Sadie J. McFarlane
Missee Chapman
Patrick
Wm. Cameron
Ada Hickenbotham
R.S.P.G
Adelaide E. Park
Marysville Celebration Delights Town and Visitors
Marysville held a morning celebration praised as one of the best ever. Cranbrook visitors joined in horse and foot races and wrestling matches as locals and guests enjoyed a day deemed a great success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marysville
Cranbrook
More Livestock Seen This Year At Spokane Interstate Fair
More and better livestock will be exhibited this year in Spokane at the Interstate fair September 20 to 25 than ever before in the Northwest. Prize horses cattle swine and other stock from Idaho Oregon and Washington will be shown along with prize winners from eastern state fairs. The Inland Empire will witness a fuller display after the Portland fair restricted prior plans. The stock dealers and attendees will see the ready-for-prize exhibits from the Inland Empire and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
Northwest
Idaho
Oregon
Washington
Inland Empire
East
Portland
Interstate livestock exhibits at Northwest fairs event
Two special trains will move livestock from Hamline Minnesota to Seattle for the A P exposition with 100000 in premiums. The Minnesota State fair runs September 6 to 11. afterward stock goes to Bozeman Montana for September 13 to 18, then Spokane for the Interstate fair September 20 to 25. John L. Smith of Spokane is livestock superintendent. Prof W T McDonald of Pullman is assistant superintendent. Writing to Robt H Cosgrove Secretary Interstate fair yields full premium details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota
United States
Spokane
Missouri River
Inland Empire
Northwest
Hamline
Minn
Seattle
Gallatin Valley
Montana
Bozeman
John L. Smith
Jbe
Livestoc
W. T. McDonald
Pullman
Robt. H. Cosgrove
Local notes depict visits, appointments, and events in Cranbrook area
Additional locals report visits by John Kennedy to Mr Stevens’s house and other residents. Frank Dickinson named deputy game warden. A charity lawn social at St Mary’s church is postponed. Royal Humane Society interest in Jack Wilson’s rescue of Euphemphia Stewart. Band concert drew crowds despite rain. Real estate and farm activity noted along with business trips to New York City and Bonners Ferry. Edison's theatre featured pictures and Cranbrook audiences supported entertainment. J C Drewery visited, returning from Enderby with friends. several locals travel for family reasons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stevens
John Kennedy
Kirkman
N. Y
VY. A. Rolling
Bakerill
Frank Dickison
J. McTavish
Windermere
Aikins
Bracsville
K. S. Aikins
St. Mary's Jghurch
R. Anthony
Moose Jaw
jSask
A. McCowan
All
G. P. Tisdale
Frank Dickinson
Nelson News
C. J. South
Children’s Aid Society of
Vancouver
Royal Humane Society
J. A. Irving
Jack Wilson
P. E. Wilson
Gordon
Smith
Creston
B. C
N. C
New York City
Prudential Life Insurance Company
Hunt
J. D.mcbride
Germany
Hartz Mountains
Canada
St. Paul
Mion
United States
Edison Theatre
Cranbrook
J. C. Drewery
Cowley
Alta
Thi
Carter
M. B. King
C. Carter
Enderby
Mra. Keith
Sicamus Juni
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Diamond
THE
Boys’ Brigade
Main Street
William Whyte
Canada-West Monthly
Western Reserves
Earl Grey
Forestry Association
Toronto
Broadway
Winnipeg
Crows Nest Pass
Chance For the Boys OF
East Kootenay
R. M. Palmer
Fiafeh
Lucky
Rebekah
Sophia L
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